Pro Windows 8 Development with HTML5 and JavaScript Discover the future of programming on the microsoft platform

Metro applications are at the heart of Windows 8, bringing rich and engaging applications to both tablet and desktop users. Metro uses the Windows Runtime, a complete reimagining of Windows development that supports multiple programming languages and is built on HTML5, CSS and JavaScript. Metro applications are the future of Windows development and JavaScript is perfect language to take advantage of this exciting and flexible environment. Seasoned author Adam Freeman explains how to get the most from Metro, WinRT and Windows 8 by focusing on the features you need for your project. He starts with the nuts-and-bolts and shows you everything through to advanced features, going in-depth to give you the knowledge you need. Getting the most from Metro is essential to truly mastering Windows 8 development. Each topic is covered clearly and concisely and is packed with the details you need to learn to be truly effective with Metro. The most important features are given a no-nonsense in-depth treatment and chapters contain examples that demonstrate both the power and the subtlety of Windows 8, Windows Runtime and Javascript.

Metro applications are at the heart of Windows 8, bringing rich and engaging applications to both tablet and desktop users. Metro uses the Windows Runtime, a complete reimagining of Windows development that supports multiple programming languages and is built on HTML5, CSS and JavaScript. Metro applications are the future of Windows development and JavaScript is perfect language to take advantage of this exciting and flexible environment. Seasoned author Adam Freeman explains how to get the most from Metro, WinRT and Windows 8 by focusing on the features you need for your project. He starts with the nuts-and-bolts and shows you everything through to advanced features, going in-depth to give you the knowledge you need. Getting the most from Metro is essential to truly mastering Windows 8 development. Each topic is covered clearly and concisely and is packed with the details you need to learn to be truly effective with Metro. The most important features are given a no-nonsense in-depth treatment and chapters contain examples that demonstrate both the power and the subtlety of Windows 8, Windows Runtime and Javascript.

Adam Freeman is an experienced IT professional who has held senior positions in a range of companies, most recently serving as chief technology officer and chief operating officer of a global bank. Now retired, he spends his time writing and long-distance running.